Boston Scientific Principal Mechanical Designer 

Canada, Ontario, Mississauga 

118134612

• Conducting detailed engineering assessments and designing fixturing systems for medical device manufacturing processes.
• Utilizing complex software tools (SolidWorks, Capture, PDM, and Windchill) to create technical designs that meet mechanical specifications for fixturing, tooling, and automation equipment.
• Using SolidWorks for design, including Simulation (FEA), to verify designs meet functional, structural, and performance requirements.
• Selecting appropriate materials for fixturing based on material properties, ensuring compatibility with medical device manufacturing processes.
• Applying structured problem-solving, lean principles, and best practice process development to enhance product and process efficiency.
• Designing and integrating mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, including components such as pneumatic actuators, grippers, motors, cameras/machine vision, and safety systems, to optimize fixturing for medical devices (strong controls knowledge).
• Leading and executing structured experimental plans to drive data-based decisions and validate designs.
• Performing critical engineering calculations such as speed, torque, load, stress, tolerance stack-up analysis, and force to ensure fixturing meets design requirements.
• Presenting technical data and design recommendations to key stakeholders in both formal and informal settings.
• Collaborating closely with SMEs and cross-functional teams to align fixturing solutions with manufacturing capabilities and medical device specifications.
• Providing mentorship and work direction to technicians and entry-level engineers on mechanical design and fixturing.
• Independently managing projects, meeting timelines, and documenting proof concepts with supporting data.
• Actively engaging in the design, fabrication, and assembly of fixturing, ensuring it meets functional requirements and integrates seamlessly with mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.
• Demonstrating strong communication skills to facilitate the design process and project completion.
• Ensuring compliance with the company’s Quality Management System, adhering to applicable standards, regulations, and procedures.
• Occasionally traveling as required to collaborate with teams, support equipment setup, and ensure design implementation.
• Performing other duties as needed to support team goals and business objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 9+ years of relevant mechanical design experience, particularly in designing fixturing, molding, and automation equipment for manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, with substantial experience in both design and simulation (FEA) for fixturing, tooling, and automation systems.
• Solid understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and its application in mechanical design.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience in root cause analysis to drive design improvements.
• Experience with experimental design, data analysis, and statistical methods to support engineering decisions.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and with a team.

• Work experience in the medical device industry, particularly with designing fixturing and tooling for medical device manufacturing.

Please note that if you are selected to advance in our recruitment process, you will be contacted to submit a design portfolio or CAD submission that showcases your mechanical design skills. This will help us assess your expertise and creativity in this field. Please ensure that your submission does not include any confidential or proprietary information from previous or current employers.

Compensation forhourly, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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salaried, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation foris governed by Sales Incentive Compensation Plan (which includes certain annual non-discretionary incentives based on predetermined objectives).